Year / Make / Model / Trim: 2008 GMC Savana 1500 AWD Explorer Conversion Van
Mileage: 134,250 miles
Engine: 5.3L Vortec V8 (310 hp / 335 lb-ft torque) – standard on 1500 AWD models
Transmission: 4-speed automatic (Hydra-Matic 4L60E)
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD – rare, sought-after option for these vans)
Chassis: 1500 (1/2 ton) van platform, modified by Explorer Van Company
Fuel Economy (est.): 12–14 MPG city / 16–18 MPG highway (varies with load & conversion equipment)
Towing Capacity: ~6,200 lbs (when properly equipped)
Fuel Tank: 31 gallons
5.3L V8 Vortec with iron block, Flex-Fuel capability
AWD system with full-time torque split
4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
StabiliTrak electronic stability control
Dual front airbags
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Power windows, power locks, keyless entry
Air conditioning (front & rear HVAC standard on passenger vans)
AM/FM stereo with CD player (Explorer typically upgrades this)
Cruise control, tilt steering wheel
Explorer is a luxury conversion company that took the base GMC Savana and upgraded it extensively for passenger comfort and entertainment. Features vary, but most 2008 Explorer AWD vans include:
Premium leather seating – high-back captain’s chairs (4) with armrests
Power front seats (often 6- or 8-way adjustable driver’s seat)
Rear power-folding sofa bed (3-passenger, converts to a bed)
Plush carpeting with wood or simulated wood trim accents
Indirect overhead lighting, reading lamps, mood lighting
Insulated, finished headliner and side walls for a luxury cabin feel
Flat-screen TV (20–26 inch common in 2008 builds)
DVD entertainment system with surround sound speakers
Game console/DVD hookups (RCA/HDMI style inputs, depending on year)
Rear stereo/headphone controls
SiriusXM capability (optional)
Upgraded sound system (subwoofer/amp package)
Power sliding rear windows or vent windows
Deep-tinted privacy glass
Rear storage cabinetry and overhead storage bins
Center console with cooler storage or additional power outlets
Multiple 12V and 110V power outlets
Explorer badging, ground effects, and custom chrome/aluminum wheels
Optional raised roof with high-top fiberglass cap (common on Explorer vans for added headroom)
Your 2008 GMC Savana Explorer Conversion Van AWD with 134,250 miles is a luxury full-size van designed for long-distance comfort, family travel, or executive transport. With its rare AWD system, it stands out as a year-round capable van that performs well in snow, rain, and light off-road conditions.
The Explorer conversion adds premium seating, a full entertainment system, and upscale interior trim, turning a rugged GMC van platform into a mobile luxury lounge. These vans were popular with families, travelers, and even small businesses needing both passenger comfort and cargo versatility.
At over 134k miles, this van is well into its service life, but GM’s 5.3L V8 is known for durability when maintained. Buyers will appreciate:
The AWD drivetrain (hard to find in full-size vans).
The luxury interior with leather, captain’s chairs, and entertainment system.
The utility and towing capability, paired with long road-trip comfort.
This van is ideal for buyers wanting a premium travel van, outdoor enthusiasts needing space plus AWD, or families seeking a unique alternative to SUVs or RVs.